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Free open-air concert by the London Symphony Orchestra is a musical farewell to its conductor
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Celebrate the musical giants who transformed British music-making with 10 of our favourite musical influencers
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Puccini, Strauss and Handel top the bill in an attractive new season
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Summer is only a few beats away: enjoy open air music of the highest quality as Garsington Opera booking opens
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The startlingly talented violinist joins Vladmir Jurowski for an eclectic evening
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The astonishing Norwegian pianist visits the Barbican for 2016's LSO Artist Spotlight
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The City of London Sinfonia recreate the music of the City of Light, from Debussy to Durufle
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A celebration of the British composer, featuring a concert performance of his much-feted opera Written on Skin
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The innovative, not-for-profit orchestra brings a five week celebration of classical music to Peckham
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